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VW ID.4 vs Audi Q8 e-tron comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 503 HP), boot space and price (34,600 £ vs 65,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW ID.4 or Audi Q8 e-tron?

VW ID.4 vs Audi Q8 e-tron: Key differences

VW ID.4

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  • substantially cheaper
  • noticeably more efficient
  • visibly lighter

Audi Q8 e-tron

  • markedly more power
  • very slightly more electric range
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

ID.4

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

VW ID.4 is substantially cheaper – starting at 34,600 £ , while the Audi Q8 e-tron costs 65,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 30,485 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the VW ID.4 is noticeably more efficient: consuming 15.6 kWh/100km compared to 19.7 kWh/100km for the Audi Q8 e-tron. That’s a difference of about 4.1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Audi Q8 e-tron offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 595 km, about 26 km more than the VW ID.4.

Q8 e-tron

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi Q8 e-tron offers markedly more power – delivering 503 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 163 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q8 e-tron is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the VW ID.4 takes 5.4 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Audi Q8 e-tron is slightly faster – reaching 210 km/h, while the VW ID.4 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q8 e-tron delivers clearly more torque with 973 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 294 Nm more.

ID.4

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, VW ID.4 is visibly lighter – 1,975 kg compared to 2,585 kg. The difference is around 610 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi Q8 e-tron offers barely more boot space – 569 L compared to 543 L. That’s a difference of about 26 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Audi Q8 e-tron offers marginally more capacity – up to 1,637 L, about 62 L more than the VW ID.4.

When it comes to payload, the Audi Q8 e-tron carries barely more – 595 kg compared to 551 kg. That’s a difference of about 44 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi Q8 e-tron holds a narrow overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £65,100
Q8 e-tron

Audi Q8 e-tron

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 340 - 503 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 19.7 - 26.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 456 - 595 km
VW ID.4
Audi Q8 e-tron

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Dimensions and Body

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VW ID.4

The VW ID.4 is a calm, roomy electric SUV that turns everyday driving into a quietly confident experience, its practical packaging and smooth manners tailored perfectly for family life. Volkswagen's solid build and intuitive interior tech mean you get electric practicality without the sci‑fi theatrics, making the ID.4 a sensible, surprisingly likable choice for most buyers.

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Audi Q8 e-tron

The Audi Q8 e-tron wraps Audi’s usual premium polish into a quiet, composed electric SUV that feels refined and surprisingly effortless to drive. With a spacious, tech-forward cabin and understated road presence, it’s a practical yet stylish choice for buyers who want electric motoring without losing the dignity of a proper luxury SUV.

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VW ID.4
Audi Q8 e-tron

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,600 - 47,200 £
Price
65,100 - 102,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 17 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.7 - 26.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
356 - 569 km
Electric Range
456 - 595 km
Battery Capacity
52 - 77 kWh
Battery Capacity
89 - 106 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,975 - 2,248 kg
Curb weight
2,585 - 2,725 kg
Trunk capacity
543 L
Trunk capacity
528 - 569 L
Length
4,582 - 4,584 mm
Length
4,915 mm
Width
1,852 mm
Width
1,937 - 1,994 mm
Height
1,619 - 1,634 mm
Height
1,617 - 1,683 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,575 L
Max trunk capacity
1,567 - 1,637 L
Payload
515 - 551 kg
Payload
515 - 595 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Power HP
340 - 503 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6 s
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Torque
664 - 973 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Power kW
250 - 370 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
VW
Brand
Audi
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